1997 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 243 kg more than 2010 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Pontiac | Lada |
| Model | Firebird | Niva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3353 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
